PSU for my new build *help*

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Just wondering what psu I should go with for my new gaming build.

I have this old modular 550watts psu, but don't know if I should upgrade to a semi-modular or full modular psu.

Do I need more than 550 watts too?

Here is my spec list: http://ca.pcpartpicker.com/p/Mmh6GX

Should I also get a high quality surge protector.

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KnwnoUk
Save the money, the NZXT H440 case does have a power supply shroud to hide extra cables and wires and is very easy to build in with my experience.
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550 Watts is more than enough for a GTX 960 even if you overclock it. If you do plan on SLI you may want a 650 Watt Power Supply.

JohnnyGuru Review: http://www.jonnyguru.com/modules.php?name=NDReviews&op=Story3&reid=225


About the surge protector: http://www.tomshardware.com/answers/id-2502762/surge-protector-ups-gaming.html

The forum post is pretty long so if you don't want to read the whole thing, a good one does matter.

The guy linked these two surge protectors:
Good One: http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=9SIA2F81VN9759&cm_re=tripp_lite-_-82-750-087-_-Product
Even Better On: http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16812120524&cm_re=tripp_lite-_-12-120-524-_-Product
 
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How about for a gtx 970? Will the 550 watts be okay?

 
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Yes the "relatively new" Nvidia Maxwell architecture is VERY power efficient.

EDIT: "I say relatively new" because it's Nvidia's newest technology. But I'm sure you know that right? Right? Or am I just talking to myself again... :p
 
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Okay sweet, would it be worth it to buy a semi modular psu and sell my old one on Craigslist?
 
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If you don't want the extra cable cable clutter a non modular one brings and you're a first time builder, I'd say yes. Is this your first time building a PC btw?
 
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No, this was my old build. http://ca.pcpartpicker.com/user/rgsdoesitbest/saved/JdNCmG

I sold my pc case, motherboard, cpu, and cpu cooler. Then transfered over my old parts for this new build. I bought a new motherboard, pc case, cpu and cpu cooler because I wanted to try Intel. I'm just waiting for my parts to come in the mail to build it up.
 
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Save the money, the NZXT H440 case does have a power supply shroud to hide extra cables and wires and is very easy to build in with my experience.
 
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Okay thanks, I'll probably spend the money on new fans for the cpu cooler. Hsp fans
 
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